Reston, VA is one of Northern Virginia’s most desirable and thoughtfully designed communities, offering the perfect blend of natural beauty, everyday convenience, and vibrant local living. Known for its tree-lined neighborhoods, scenic lakes, extensive trail system, and welcoming community atmosphere, Reston was built around the idea of bringing people, nature, and connection together. It’s a place where you can spend the morning walking around Lake Anne, grab coffee at a local café, enjoy an afternoon on the trails, and end the day with dinner, live music, or a summer event at Reston Town Center.
One of the things that makes Reston so special is how much there is to do in every season, especially during the summer. From outdoor concerts and farmers markets to patio dining, date nights, dog-friendly parks, hiking trails, swimming pools, pickleball courts, and local shopping, Reston makes it easy to enjoy an active and connected lifestyle. Families love the parks, pools, playgrounds, and community events, while adults can enjoy wine tastings, happy hours, live entertainment, and some of the area’s best restaurants. With so many amenities close by, Reston offers both the peaceful feel of a nature-focused community and the energy of a lively town center.
Reston is also incredibly convenient for commuters and travelers, with access to the Silver Line Metro, Dulles Toll Road, Route 7, Fairfax County Parkway, and Dulles International Airport nearby. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, diverse housing options, excellent recreation opportunities, and easy access to surrounding Northern Virginia destinations. Whether you’re exploring Reston for the first time, planning a summer visit, or already call it home, there is always something new to discover.
I created this summer guide to make it easy to enjoy the best of Reston all season long. Inside, you’ll find local favorites, outdoor activities, restaurants, events, pet-friendly spots, and ideas for making the most of summer in and around Reston.
63,542 people live in Reston, where the median age is 40.2 and the average individual income is $79,006. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Reston, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Charlie Chang's Restaurant, 7-Eleven, and Sodexho USA.
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| Dining | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.61 miles | 2 reviews | 1/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.08 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.13 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.13 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.28 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.9 miles | 9 reviews | 3.1/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.91 miles | 3 reviews | 2.7/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.12 miles | 2 reviews | 3/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.31 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.63 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.83 miles | 34 reviews | 2.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.92 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.05 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.13 miles | 4 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.13 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.16 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.25 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.57 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.57 miles | 6 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.6 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.85 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.13 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Reston has 28,613 households, with an average household size of 2.22. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Reston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 63,542 people call Reston home. The population density is 4,142 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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